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Dr. Elisabeth Potter, MD

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Dr. Elisabeth Potter, MD

Empowering patients with advanced breast reconstruction & aesthetic treatments. DIEP flap specialist.
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08/12/2025

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07/30/2025

“I refuse to go down behind insurance.”

I recently joined the Podcast to talk about the good, the bad, and the deeply broken parts of our healthcare system.

I shared how I built a high-volume breast reconstruction practice serving 40% of women in Central Texas — only to be pushed to the brink by the very insurance companies that claim to support access and affordability.

What started as a mission to provide the highest-quality care in-network has turned into something else entirely. This conversation is a cautionary tale — but it’s also a call to action. I’m not giving up. I’m building something new.

You can listen in here: https://player.blubrry.com/id/147264385?cache=1753643595&display=nw #

07/16/2025

Potter, who set up RedBud in December 2023, said that receiving an in-network designation was vital to the survival of her business.

“The argument that their network is ‘closed’ is proof that UnitedHealth controls everything,” Potter said.

Potter has performed more than 1,000 complex “flap” surgeries, which involve using the patient’s own tissue to rebuild breasts and can cost more than $100,000 without insurance.

She said, regardless of the outcome of her battle with UnitedHealth, she was determined to continue treating breast cancer patients. “I’m taking a hit and it hurts,” she said. “But I am made of tougher stuff than this. They picked a fight with the wrong lady.”

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Thank you to and for this thoughtful reporting.

07/12/2025

Being a good surgeon means I care about much more than operating. I have learned to recognize the privilege of accompanying patients during some of their darkest moments. Listening, observing and feeling … my most meaningful role is often bearing witness to a patient’s truth. In that vein, I deeply appreciate those who have been alongside me as I share the complexities of practicing medicine in 2025. .enrich and nailed it in this article. In the words of a United Healthcare representative quoted here…”the truth matters”. I couldn’t agree more.

04/16/2025

While I’m in the OR doing the hard work of breast reconstruction…I’m also expected to fight the system outside of it. Make it make sense.

02/02/2025

UnitedHealthcare’s Response: Read It for Yourself

My statement regarding UnitedHealthcare sending me a Legal Letter & Denying My Patient’s Stay:

I recently shared a video after I was asked to call United Healthcare from the operating room to answer administrative questions about the patient who was having surgery to treat breast cancer. Despite my efforts, they denied her stay.

I spoke out because this has simply gone too far.

My words were true and the situation was absurd.

I followed all safety protocols and my patient was with my cosurgeon who continued operating.

I had requested an overnight stay for medical reasons. This was not an error on my part.

The gaslighting and harassment in the letter which United sent me has not worked to do anything other than strengthen my resolve. I will continue to speak honestly, clearly and plainly about the state of healthcare in the United States of America.

Please swipe to see the letter in its entirety.

10/29/2024

Every hug, every smile, and even the toughest moments—it’s an honor to be part of your journeys. 🩵 Through joy and challenges alike, I’m here with you every step of the way.

10/24/2024

So far this week, we tackled some challenging but rewarding DIEP flap surgeries, including one on a patient with adrenal insufficiency and another on a 65-year-old with a history of atrial fibrillation. Both cases were complex, but our efficiency in the OR allowed us to perform these surgeries safely within four hours each—minimizing anesthesia time, which is critical for patients with specific medical concerns.

In microsurgery, time under anesthesia matters. The longer the procedure, the greater the risks, especially for patients with underlying medical issues. That’s why having a highly efficient, reproducible technique is so important—it allows us to safely perform complex surgeries like DIEP flaps in less time, reducing risks and improving outcomes.

One particularly exciting case involved a modification to preserve muscle, something we’re always committed to with DIEP flap techniques. It’s rewarding to know our practice can handle these challenges and deliver great results.🩵

10/14/2024

You all know when you don’t hear from me for a while that a lot is happening behind the scenes! I am always driven by what my patients and this community is experiencing, and my next challenge was set this summer at Camp Breastie where I met one on one. Her experience navigating breast reconstruction in the Tricare system confirmed the challenges I have seen first hand. I committed to help in a broader way at Camp Breastie, and Oksana and I met again in DC the last week of September. We visited with offices in the House and Senate sharing our stories and our vision for better access in the Tricare system. Oksana is going to change this for those navigating Tricare in the future, and I am here to help that happen. What starts at Camp Breastie changes the world. We are, once again, just getting started💪🏻

08/29/2024

There’s nothing like ending the week with our incredible patients on Thursdays and Fridays in the clinic. Your smiles, laughter, and healing journeys inspire us to keep giving our best every single day.

We’re grateful for every one of you. Thank you for being such a special part of our week!💙

11/26/2023

So very proud to continue to work alongside Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz in protecting true access to breast reconstruction in communities around the country. The community of people affected by breast cancer is blessed to have her leading the charge!

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6818 Austin Center Blvd. Suite 204
Austin, TX
78731

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Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

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+15128676211

Website

https://drpotter.com/

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With expertise and compassion, Dr. Elisabeth Potter guides her patients to embrace self beauty and strength.

Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, Dr. Elisabeth Potter holds a bachelor’s degree in molecular biology from Princeton University and a medical degree from the Emory University School of Medicine.

Building upon her expertise, Dr. Potter completed a Plastic Surgery Integrated Residency at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center and a Microsurgery Fellowship at MD Anderson, one of the world’s most respected centers dedicated to cancer patient care, research, education and prevention.

Specializing in natural breast reconstruction, Dr. Potter has performed over 900 DIEP flap surgeries using patients’ natural fat and tissue. A former regulatory analyst of FDA law, Dr. Potter possesses a uniquely informed view regarding the safety and efficacy of breast implants. Tailoring treatment options to each individual, Dr. Potter and her team always put patients first. From educating women on their breast reconstructive and cosmetic surgery options to helping them achieve their very best results, Dr. Potter is committed to her patients and her role in their journey.

To help patients look and feel their personal best, Dr. Potter also offers body cosmetic surgery, including liposuction, abdominoplasty (tummy tuck), and arm, thigh and body lifts. Among her dedicated staff of healthcare professionals includes Licensed Medical Aesthetician, Injection Specialist and Laser Therapist Alissa Saenz and Cosmetic Nurse Injector Ashley Sartin. Adding to her practice’s comprehensive care services, Dr. Potter and her team offer aesthetic treatments ranging from HydraFacials, microneedling, chemical peels and laser treatments to injectables and dermal fillers.

From consultation to implementation, Dr. Potter and her team provide excellent patient care every step of the way. Here’s what some of Dr. Potter’s patients have to say:

“When I became very nervous about the increasing coronavirus spread in Austin, Dr. Potter and her co-surgeon Dr. Sprunt jumped through all the hoops (including a change of hospitals) to move my cancer surgery up a week so that I could have the procedure and be out of the hospital quickly to recover and "shelter in place" at home. My recovery has been almost painless as well as anxiety- and trouble-free, and Whitney and Sarah and Heidi and all of Dr. Potter's staff have been there for me whenever I had questions or concerns. I feel very lucky that I will have Dr. Potter and her staff there for me throughout the reconstruction process. Thank you all!”

-Chrissi M.

“Dr. Potter is fabulously gifted and a warm human being. I went to her after my initial reconstruction was botched. I was so afraid I would have to go through life with one breast smaller and deformed. Dr. Potter took all the time I needed to understand what needed to happen and what she was going to do. 10 weeks later I could not be happier. Not only do my breasts match but I have a beautiful belly.”

-Julia B.

“She is incredibly caring and nurturing. She's a fierce patient advocate and will go above and beyond to care for her patients. She's friendly and funny and kind and most importantly very honest. She's not the kind of surgeon to "cut" and run. She only offers options that are in the best interest of her patients. I trust her implicitly. You won't be able to find another plastic surgeon in Austin that is more skilled and more caring than Dr. Elisabeth Potter. Guaranteed.”

-Denise D